Rich Rowland, baseball player, 1990-1995

Rich Rowland

Born: 2/25/1964 in Cloverdale, CA, USA

MLB Debut: 1990-09-07 | Final Game: 1995-06-19

Bats: R | Throws: R | Height: 6'1" | Weight: 210 lbs

Full name: Richard Garnet Rowland

Biography

Rich Rowland, born in 1964, was a professional baseball player who had a brief career in Major League Baseball from 1990 to 1995. Primarily serving as a position player, Rowland played in a total of 98 games during his time in the league. He was known for his power-hitting potential, having recorded 9 home runs and driving in 26 runs, though he finished his career with a batting average of .213. Rowland's playing style showcased a blend of strength and determination, but he faced challenges in achieving consistency at the plate. Rowland's career unfolded during a transformative era in baseball, characterized by the increasing emphasis on power hitters and the evolving dynamics of the game. Despite the limited number of games played, his contributions on the field were a part of the larger narrative of the 1990s baseball landscape. After his retirement on June 19, 1995, Rowland left behind a legacy that reflected both the challenges and triumphs of players navigating the complexities of professional baseball during that period.

Career Batting Statistics

G AB R H 2B 3B HR RBI SB BB SO AVG OBP SLG OPS PIV
98 230 22 49 8 0 9 26 0 22 71 0.213 0.281 0.365 0.646 -142.3

Season-by-Season Batting

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position G GS PO A E DP
1B 2 1 7 0 0 0
3B 1 0 0 1 0 0
C 77 54 346 23 9 5

Season-by-Season Fielding

Career Games by Position

Position Games
Catcher 77
First Base 2
Third Base 1
Designated Hitter 15

Salary History

Year Team League Salary
1995 BOS AL $162,500
1994 BOS AL $142,500
1992 DET AL $120,000
Total Career Earnings $425,000

College History

School Name City State Years Attended
Mendocino College Ukiah CA 1988